Vice President, Accounting & Financial Reporting Advisory

Job Overview A leading global financial advisory firm is seeking a Vice President to join its growing Transaction Advisory Services, Accounting & Financial Reporting practice in Chicago.The Accounting & Financial Reporting Advisory team works closely with private equity sponsors, corporate management teams, lenders, and other stakeholders on both transaction-driven and ongoing accounting and financial reporting matters.The team advises clients across areas including:Buyer and seller financial statements and disclosuresSponsor-driven management reportingLender financial reporting and covenant requirementsRegulatory complianceFinancial close process design and optimizationAccounting policy, controllership, and internal controlsLegal entity and chart-of-accounts rationalizationTransaction-related accounting and financial reportingThe group works closely with professionals across corporate finance, capital markets, valuation, and restructuring, providing exposure to a broad range of M&A, capital markets, technical accounting, and operational accounting matters. Key Responsibilities As a Vice President, you will:Execute and manage buy-side, sell-side, capital raise, and restructuring transaction advisory engagements, as well as non-transaction accounting advisory projectsServe as the lead professional on select client engagements and accountsWork directly with private equity sponsors, C-suite executives, and finance leadership teamsLead and participate in client meetings, reviewing financial models, technical accounting analyses, financial reporting disclosures, and close/reporting processesAssess and redesign accounting processes, financial close procedures, and internal controls to improve reporting accuracy, timeliness, and audit readinessAdvise clients on accounting considerations related to finance system changes, including chart-of-accounts design, GL/data mapping, and reporting requirementsDevelop and present high-quality client deliverables and presentationsManage and mentor junior team members, including Associates and AnalystsCollaborate with colleagues across corporate finance, capital markets, valuation, and restructuringSupport business development, marketing, and broader practice-growth initiativesBuild relationships with prospective clients and contribute to revenue-generating opportunities Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in AccountingActive CPA certification or international CPA equivalent requiredMinimum of 6 years of professional experienceExperience in transaction accounting advisory, accounting and financial reporting advisory, controllership, or corporate accounting operationsBackground within a Big Four accounting firm, national accounting/advisory firm, or corporate accounting/controller function Preferred Qualifications Experience providing accounting and financial reporting advisory or transaction-related servicesExperience improving accounting close processes, internal controls, or financial reporting infrastructureStrong understanding of M&A and capital markets conceptsCurrent knowledge of U.S. GAAPExperience across several of the following areas: SEC reportingDivestitures and carve-outsIPO readiness and executionPurchase accountingPro forma financial reportingIFRS/U.S. GAAP conversionsFinancial instruments accountingStock-based compensationTransaction-related accounting mattersFamiliarity with SOX/internal controls frameworks and remediation of control deficienciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple engagements simultaneouslyExceptional written and verbal communication skillsStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPointExperience with data analytics tools such as Alteryx or Tableau is a plus Why This Opportunity This role provides the opportunity to join a growing advisory practice with exposure to M&A, private equity, capital markets, financial reporting, and complex accounting matters. The Vice President will work directly with senior clients while also collaborating with professionals across a broader financial advisory platform.